The winter weather has finally arrived, as has the winter sports of skiing, snowboarding, skating, and hockey, as with any sports there is the risk of injury but how do you stay safe while participating in these sports. The specialists at Physical Therapy Finder will help you find the best physical therapists in Nassau County that will treat any winter sports injury but will also inform you on ways to stay safe while participating in your favorite winter activities.

One of our clients Advance Physical Therapy has 2 Nassau County locations one in Wantagh and the other in Valley Stream. And, you will find that in both locations, that Advance Physical Therapy employs the best physical therapists in Nassau County, and these therapists will help keep you safe this winter season so you enjoy the winter sports.

So you’re probably wondering how you can stay safe while participating in your favorite winter sports. Here are some tips on how to keep yourself safe.

Skiing and Snowboarding:

1. The big one is Wear a Helmet! Brain injury is the leading cause of death and disability in adults under 45 years old.
2. Learn to fall- if a skier or snowboarder tries too hard to stand up, their knees are being put under a lot of stress and that stress from the speed and force of going downhill can cause your ACL to break or tear.

If hockey is your sport for the winter there are numerous ways that you can play while still being safe.

Ice Hockey:

1. Just like with skiing and snowboarding always Wear a Helmet! Hockey is a full-contact sport where head injuries are very common.
2. Hydrate- though you might not think you can dehydrate in a freezing cold room, or outside all the padding and rapid movement does cause one to sweat. Dehydration sets on quickly in sports so always take a sip of water.

Listen to your body- if you notice your legs are feeling tired take that time to go rest and do some stretches. If the pain still continues then you should make an appointment with your doctor.

If you happen to find yourself in one of the Advanced Physical Therapy offices in Nassau County due to a winter sports injury you can rest easy because you are in the hands of the best physical therapists in Nassau County.